Undeterred by the slowdown, Honda plans to launch the powerful Accord V6 in March. This 3.5L, i-VTEC engine is designed to deliver outstanding performance at any engine speed. And with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), you get the best of both worlds: fuel-efficiency and thrilling acceleration.. The engine produces 271bhp and peak torque of 254Nm but …
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SBI freezes car loans rates for a year
State Bank of India said on Friday it will freeze interest rates on new car loans at 10 per cent for a year.The new rates will be applicable to all customers availing loans between February 23 and May 31, 2009, the bank said.After the freeze-period, the rates will be reset at the applicable card rate …
Skoda to launch Yeti at 2010 Auto Expo
At 2008 Delhi Auto Expo, Skoda launched the Fabia which went on to become a success story for the Czech maker. Skoda looks forward to replicate the same by launching Yeti at the 2010 Auto Expo. in Geneva. The new model is based on the design study of the same name that was introduced in …
Tata to launch Xenon in February
Tata Motors replacement for TL sprint the Xenon pick-up will finally hit the Indian roads. Tata’s Xenon has been in the news for a long time and it was launched world’s second largest pick-up market Thailand in 2008. Based on the 207’s chassis this Xenon has a payload capacity 1,000 kilograms. New Xenon will be …
Tata gears up for Nano launch
Tata Motors has started countdown for the much awaited Nano launch. Tata has asked its dealers to open as many showrooms and strengthen ther rmanpower to enable more efficient customer service. Tata will roll out Nanos from Pantnagar plant. Bookings will start at the end of February and deliveries will begin by March 2009. Tata …
Honda to import Civic Hybrid
Honda civic hybrid will now only be available in india as a direct import through the company or through Honda dealerships. Honda Siel cars India has decided not to retail the Civic Hybrid through its retail dealerships. The Civic Hybrid is a car that runs both on petrol and battery. The car gives a mileage …
Tata to launch new Indigo CS
Tata Motors as part of its 2009 strategy that includes an all new Indigo, Indicruz crossover and Nano plans to launch a refurbished/ facelifted version of its hot selling Indigo CS. The new Indigo CS gets minor changes in exteriors as well as interiors. The new Indigo CS comes with a re-sculpted exterior, striking new …
Hyundai confirms launch of i20 diesel in 2009
As said earlier, Hyundai has reiterated its stand to launch diesel variant of i20 in 2009. Hyundai which currently sells i20 with a 1.2L kappa petrol engine in India may start selling i20 diesel by the end of 2009. In international markets i20 is offered with 1.4L and 1.6L diesel engines. To qualify for the …
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Hero Electric to launch 7 electric vehicles in 2009
Hero Electric, the division of the branched out Hero group, is planned to introduce a collection of electric bikes during this year. Adding, it includes their initial “high speed” bike assortment within a period two months. The company has decided to release at least seven more models in this calendar year and it encompasses two …
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Toyota to launch Fortuner in October
Toyota which made hardcore may finally put an end to on-again, off-again approach to the Indian market.Fortuner the vehicle which made India wait for years, may finally hit the road in October. Fortuner will come with a oil burner and give a run for money to the segment leader Honda CR-V. Toyota’s reputation and reliablity …